Cultivation Supervisor

Essential Employment Services; Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Essential Employment Services is seeking a Cultivation Supervisor to oversee the cannabis cultivation process at our New Jersey facility. You will lead a team of technicians, implement cultivation plans, and ensure strict regulatory compliance.

The role requires at least 3 years in cannabis cultivation with a supervisory background, strong problem-solving, and excellent organizational skills. Expect responsibility for environmental controls and cross-department collaboration to meet production

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; degree in horticulture, botany, agriculture, or related field is preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of cannabis cultivation experience, including leadership or supervisory role.
• Comprehensive knowledge of cannabis cultivation techniques, including cloning, propagation, pest and disease control, nutrient management, and harvesting.
• Strong understanding of plant genetics, plant health, and environmental factors affecting growth.
• Familiarity with cultivation facility operations, including irrigation, lighting, HVAC, and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to make decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with task prioritization.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of cultivation technicians, providing guidance, training, and support to ensure high-quality plant care.
• Implement and maintain cultivation plans, including planting, watering, feeding, and harvesting schedules.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal cannabis cultivation regulations, including documentation, tracking, and reporting.
• Monitor and maintain environmental conditions such as temperature, humidity, light, and ventilation in grow rooms.
• Coordinate with cultivation operations, inventory management, and quality control to ensure workflow and production schedules.
• Inspect plants for pests, disease, nutrient deficiencies, and other issues; take corrective actions as needed.
• Operate and maintain cultivation equipment (irrigation, lighting, HVAC, fertilization) with timely repairs or maintenance.
• Implement and follow SOPs for cloning, transplanting, pruning, and harvesting.
• Monitor and manage plant inventory, growth stages, and movements within the facility.
• Stay abreast of industry developments and best practices; recommend improvements.
• Collaborate with cultivation managers and executives to develop strategies and targets.
• Provide regular KPI reports to management highlighting successes and improvements.

Skills

Team leadership

Training & coaching

Regulatory compliance

Environmental monitoring

Scheduling

Troubleshooting

Cross-functional collaboration

Reporting & KPIs

Education

High school diploma

Degree in horticulture or related

Tools

Irrigation systems

Lighting systems

HVAC systems

Cultivation equipment

Job description

Who We Are

At our core, we believe in the power of unity and purpose. Together, we stand to produce safe, affordable, and sustainable products that enhances the well-being of all, including medical patients and adult-use communities.

Our mission is to drive responsible growth across every link of our value chain, expanding both vertically and horizontally through innovation, efficiency, and integrity. With a focus on multi-state operations, we're committed to creating meaningful impact for our customers, employees, and communities.

We are guided by our core values, which define how we work and who we are:

• Mutual Trust, Respect, and Dignity in every interaction.
• Best-in-Class Performance with Accountability and Care.
• Culture of Inclusion that Celebrates Diversity and Belonging.
• Winning Team Built on Integrity, Collaboration, and Purpose.

Together, we are shaping a responsible and sustainable future - one rooted in quality, compassion, and shared success.

What You’ll Do!

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Cultivation Supervisor to join our team. As the Cultivation Supervisor, you will be responsible for overseeing and guiding the cultivation process at our facility.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a team of cultivation technicians, providing guidance, training, and support to ensure the highest quality of plant care and cultivation.
• Implement and maintain cultivation plans, including schedules for planting, watering, feeding, and harvesting.
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations related to cannabis cultivation, including documentation, tracking, and reporting.
• Monitor and maintain optimal environmental conditions such as temperature, humidity, light, and ventilation within grow rooms.
• Coordinate with other departments, such as cultivation operations, inventory management, and quality control, to ensure efficient workflow and adherence to production schedules.
• Conduct regular inspections of plants, checking for signs of pests, disease, nutrient deficiencies, or other issues, and take appropriate corrective measures as necessary.
• Operate and maintain cultivation equipment, such as irrigation systems, lighting systems, HVAC systems, and fertilization systems, ensuring proper functioning and timely repairs or maintenance.
• Implement and follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) for all cultivation processes, including cloning, transplanting, pruning, and harvesting.
• Monitor and manage plant inventory, including tracking plant growth stages, maintaining records, and managing plant movements within the facility.
• Stay abreast of industry developments, trends, and best practices in cultivation techniques, genetics, nutrients, and technologies, and make recommendations for improvement.
• Collaborate with cultivation managers and executives to develop and implement effective cultivation strategies, goals, and targets.
• Provide regular reports on cultivation activities, including key performance indicators (KPIs), to management, highlighting areas of success and improvement.

Education & Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent; degree in horticulture, botany, agriculture, or related field is preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in cannabis cultivation, including experience in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Comprehensive knowledge of cannabis cultivation techniques, including cloning, propagation, pest and disease control, nutrient management, and harvesting.
• Strong understanding of plant genetics, plant health, and environmental factors affecting plant growth.
• Familiarity with cultivation facility operations, including irrigation systems, lighting systems, HVAC systems, and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to make decisions in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.